For questions about the application process, to apply online or to obtain a paper copy of the application, contact the Office of Admission at (413) 775-1801 or at gcc.mass.edu/admission.

2. Complete a Free Application for Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.gov to determine if you are eligible for state and/or federal grants, loans, work study or other scholarship money to help pay for your education. For detailed information on financial aid visit gcc.mass.edu/financial-aid or call (413) 775-1109.

3. Make an appointment to take placement tests in reading, sentence skills and math if:

You have never taken ACCUPLACER placement tests at GCC or another Massachusetts community college.

You have not taken college level English and passed with a C or better at another college.

You have not taken a college level math course and passed with a C or better in the last five years.

You have not taken the ACCUPLACER math test within the last five years.

For detailed information on placement testing or to make an appointment to take your tests visit gcc.mass.edu/testing or call (413) 775-1147 or (413) 775-1821.